Seafood Boil Butter Sauce (Print Format)
A flavorful butter sauce combining garlic, spices, and lemon to complement seafood and sides.
# Ingredients:
→ Butter Sauce Base
01 -
1½ cups unsalted butter
02 -
8 cloves garlic, minced
03 -
1 small onion, finely diced
→ Seasonings
04 -
1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
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1 tablespoon paprika
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1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, adjust to taste
07 -
1 teaspoon lemon pepper
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1 tablespoon brown sugar
→ Acid and Aromatics
09 -
Juice of 1 lemon
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1 tablespoon hot sauce, optional
11 -
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
# Steps:
01 -
Gently melt unsalted butter over medium heat in a saucepan, ensuring it does not scorch to maintain a smooth base.
02 -
Add the finely diced onion and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until translucent and soft, then add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Stir in Old Bay seasoning, paprika, cayenne pepper, lemon pepper, brown sugar, lemon juice, and optional hot sauce; simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
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Remove from heat and fold in freshly chopped parsley to preserve its vibrant color and herbal aroma.
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Pour the warm sauce over seafood or serve it as a dipping accompaniment immediately to enhance your dish.
# Tips:
01 -
Adjust cayenne and hot sauce amounts according to preferred spice level. Use fresh lemon juice for best brightness. Store leftovers refrigerated up to 5 days and reheat gently.
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For a creamier texture, stir in ¼ cup heavy cream after simmering spices. Substitute smoked paprika for smoky notes or add Cajun seasoning for extra heat.